Man City Striker Haaland Injured by Norway Bus Door, Requires Stitches

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland sustained a facial injury requiring three stitches after being hit by a luggage compartment door while exiting the Norway national team bus during preparations for a World Cup qualifier. Despite the unusual accident, Haaland maintained his usual humor by posting a selfie of the wound and joking about the incident on social media. Norway’s team captain Martin Odegaard and coach Ståle Solbakken confirmed that the injury is minor and Haaland is expected to play in the upcoming match against Moldova. Haaland recently scored the only goal in Norway’s 1-0 victory over Finland, helping maintain their perfect record in World Cup qualifying within Group I. The injury is not expected to affect Haaland’s availability for Manchester City's crucial Premier League derby against Manchester United following the international break. Haaland's lighthearted response and quick recovery have reassured fans that his competitive and goal-scoring form will continue unimpeded.